Namibia's Central Procurement Board completed negotiations for broadcast expansion services valued at N$121 million. Intelsat Ventures will deliver Direct-To-Home transmission capabilities to the Namibia Broadcasting Corporation through this agreement. The project aims to achieve complete television and radio coverage nationwide within six to seven months. Current broadcast penetration reaches 74.5% for television programming and 78% for radio services. Officials expect universal access regardless of remote geographic challenges.
The initiative advances Namibia's commitment to digital equity and information accessibility for all citizens. Broadcasting gaps will disappear as satellite technology extends signals to previously unreachable...
Middle Eastern telecom giant e& has formed a partnership with Hungarian telecommunications leader 4iG Group through a signed memorandum of understanding. The agreement establishes the groundwork for joint digital infrastructure projects spanning Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. Both companies will collaborate on subsea cables, terrestrial networks, and large-scale data centers across multiple regions. The partnership combines e&'s global telecommunications expertise with 4iG's regional strength in Western Balkan transit networks. Their joint efforts aim to enhance digital connectivity between continents, supporting economic development for millions of users.
The companies plan to construct a shared data center in Albania for...
Liberian telecommunications officials joined forces with ECOWAS infrastructure specialists and World Bank representatives to launch a major undersea cable initiative. The partnership targets enhanced internet connectivity across five West African nations through a second submarine fiber optic link. TACTIS consultants arrived this week to evaluate technical requirements and conduct stakeholder meetings through July 18.
The feasibility assessment centers on Buchanan in Grand Bassa County as the proposed cable landing point. Experts will examine site conditions and infrastructure needs during their four-day mission. The project addresses current vulnerabilities where Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia depend primarily...
PressPulse released new data revealing MultiChoice dominated media sentiment rankings against major rivals SABC, Netflix, and eMedia. The platform employs artificial intelligence technology to analyze news coverage and public perception across South African media outlets. Advanced algorithms process language patterns to determine whether coverage trends are positive or negative for entertainment companies.
MultiChoice achieved a remarkable sentiment score of 77.2 while Netflix recorded negative results at minus 4.95. The significant gap demonstrates MultiChoice's effective communication strategies and operational strength within competitive markets. Business publications heavily influence these measurements through their reach and...
Zambia launched a 4G wireless network test program in Chongwe District through the SMART Zambia Institute. The telecommunications project connects Chongwe Rural Health Centre and Chongwe Secondary School within a five-kilometer coverage area. IHM Southern Africa partnered with the government agency to deliver high-speed internet access to these rural facilities. The network enables digital health records through SmartCare Pro software and supports online education platforms.
Officials demonstrated the technology during a recent facility inspection. SMART Zambia National Coordinator Percy Chinyama described the project as transformative for the country's technology advancement goals. IHM Southern Africa CEO Kelvin Sikwibele emphasized...
Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation delivered its strategic business plan for the next three years to ministry officials during a formal presentation ceremony. Permanent Secretary Mohammed Khamis Abdulla led the meeting at government headquarters in Mtumba, Dodoma. Director General Moremi Marwa outlined the comprehensive strategy that spans from 2025 through 2028. The telecommunications company seeks to transform digital communication services across Tanzania while expanding connectivity beyond national boundaries. Ministry representatives reviewed the proposal that emphasizes affordable access and modern technology infrastructure.
The strategic framework aims to improve living standards for Tanzanian citizens by enhancing digital...
Tanzania's ICT Authority partnered with Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation Limited to connect the National ICT Broadband Backbone with submarine cable systems. The project represents a significant step forward for East African digital infrastructure development. Officials expect the connection will enhance internet reliability while reducing delays and improving data transmission between countries. The merged network links domestic broadband systems with international underwater cables to provide more reliable and affordable internet services. This foundation supports regional commerce, technological advancement, and economic growth throughout East Africa's connected nations.
Vodacom Business joined forces with the National Vehicle Intelligence Cloud to combat crime through advanced technology. The partnership uses Amazon Web Services to power a real-time surveillance system that tracks vehicle movements across South Africa. NAVIC processes automatic number plate recognition camera feeds and matches them against police databases within seconds. Human operators verify alerts through specialized command centers before notifying law enforcement agencies. The system maintains seven billion license plate records and analyzes over 120 million new images each month.
Security teams have used the platform to solve kidnapping cases and rescue trafficked animals. The technology recently helped locate a missing elderly...
MTC Namibia has completed the construction of a telecommunications facility in Omuthiya, serving the town's population of approximately 7,000 people. The company selected this location as the administrative center of the Oshikoto Region holds significant potential for regional economic growth. Local officials and residents attended the opening ceremony alongside company representatives. The facility provides mobile services, technical support, and equipment sales to previously underserved communities. This investment demonstrates the telecommunications provider's dedication to rural infrastructure development.
The new installation connects residents to communication technologies while creating pathways for economic advancement...
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